Knock,
Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria

Walking

The
Lake District, the Pennines and the Eden Valley offer a variety of choices for walking. Please see notes at the foot of the page regarding footware and
clothing. Examples of the level and variety of walking available is
described below.

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High
Street
A stiff climb to Harter Fell. Steep descents with some scrambling.
Stout footware with ankle support/protection essential.

Ullswater Shore Path
An easy walk with minor gradients to negotiate.
Stout footware advisable.
This walk starts
with a boat trip from Glenridding to Howtown (Adult Fare: £4.60)
and was described by the late Arthur Wainwright as
'the most beautiful in the Lake District'.
Helvellyn
A strenuous walk
Stout footware with ankle support/protection essential
See directions
for Helvellyn via Striding Edge.

What
to carry when walking on the Fells:Walking boots are strongly recommended since these provide good
protection for both feet and ankles. Trainers are unsuitable for
high level walking.

As the weather may change rapidly it is essential to carry protective
clothing such as a wind and waterproof jacket and over-trousers.
In case your feet should get wet - carry a spare pair of socks.

As
the temperature drops one degree for every thousand feet of ascent
it is essential to carry extra clothing. A number of thin layers
are preferrable to
a thick pullover. A warm hat and gloves are recommended from September
through to the end of June.

Something
to drink, a packed lunch plus a snack (chocolate, Mars bar, Kendal
Mint Cake) in case your energy flags towards the end of the walk.

First
Aid. Plasters, antiseptic cream, sun tan lotion, Anthisan or something
similar in case of bites or stings.

A
rucksack in which to carry your camera, binoculars, provisions and
those items of clothing you are not wearing. When packing a rucksac
it is a good idea to pack everything in a bin liner to provide added
protection against the rain

Your
leader will be carrying a map, compass, whistle, flashlight, first
aid kit and survival shelter but, should you have any of these items
we recommend that you carry them too.

To
those who enjoy the fells the voluntary Mountain
Rescue teams are the first emergency service. In case of Emergency
on the fells, call 999 and ask for Mountain Rescue.